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| Your average, their wayrequired courses forced in | ||
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| Published rangetheir exact wording | 70–87%“Min. 70%. Maximum 96 students. The admission average in 2026 was mid 80s.” | 83–90%“Mid to high 80s” |
| Required coursesforced into your top 6 — options are the row below | SBI4USCH4U | ENG4UMCV4USBI4USCH4U |
| Choose one ofany of these satisfies it |
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| Prerequisitesas published |
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| More than marks?supplementary application | Marks only | Marks only |
| Co-op | No | Available |
| Degree | — | — |
| First-year intakewhere published | — | 1,000 |
| What you study | Nursing | Biological SciencesChemistryHealth InformaticsHuman Biology |
| What it is | This four-year program trains you to become a registered nurse by teaching anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and clinical skills alongside theory about patient care and health systems. Unlike a college nursing diploma, this university degree emphasizes evidence-based research and independent thinking, preparing you for leadership roles in hospitals, clinics, or specialized nursing fields. It suits people who want a healthcare career rooted in science and are comfortable with both lab work and direct patient interaction. | Medical Sciences is a four-year undergraduate program where you study human biology, chemistry, and related sciences to prepare for health professions or medical research. Unlike a general science degree, it focuses specifically on the foundational knowledge needed for medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, or graduate health programs. The program includes optional co-op work terms, letting you gain hands-on experience in labs, hospitals, or health settings alongside your coursework. It suits students drawn to understanding how the human body works and considering careers in health care or biomedical fields. |
| The door tomajors you reach through it | nursing | biochemistrymedical sciencesmicrobiologyneuroscience |
| Entrance awardsat this campus, by average | 9 published, 2 with no applicationfrom 75%See them | 6 published, 5 with no applicationfrom 85%See them |
| Source | Nipissing University on OUInfo | Western University on OUInfo |
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